Theory
Organic farming, principles and its scope in India; Initiatives taken by Government (central/state), NGOs and other organizations for promotion of organic farming. Organic nutrient resources and its fortification; Restrictions to nutrient use in organic farming; Choice of crops and varieties in organic farming; Fundamentals of insect, pest, disease and weed management under organic mode of production; Certification process and standards of organic farming.
Practical
Visit of organic farms to study the various components and their utilization; Preparation of enrich compost, vermi-compost, Indigenous technology knowledge (ITK) for nutrient, insect, pest disease and weed management; Cost of organic production system; Quality aspect, grading, packaging and handling.
- Teacher: Abhishek Dwivedi
- Teacher: Rohit Pandy